Music and Art 
For Future Students: Art
For Future Students: Music
- What opportunities are available to music majors upon graduation?
- How do I arrange for an audition?
- Must I be majoring in music to perform in a departmental music ensemble?
- Does the university provide instruments for student use?
- What scholarships are available to musicians at Tennessee Tech?
- Must I major in music to qualify for a music scholarship?
- How can I learn more about majoring in music at Tennessee Tech?
Information for the Public
- How do I check for upcoming events sponsored by the Department of Music and Art?
- Where do I park when attending an event in the Bryan Fine Arts Building?
- What if I need special accommodations at an event?
- How do I find musicians to perform at an event on campus or in the Cookeville area?
- How do I find a private teacher for my child?
- How do I donate, or have evaluated, a work of art, a musical instrument, or other tangible object?
For Future Students: Art
For Future Students: Music
What opportunities are available to music majors upon graduation?
There are many lifetime options for musicians.
With a bachelor’s degree in hand, one of the most common paths is to pursue an advanced degree at the masters and doctoral level. Most musicians engage in a mix of jobs and professional activities combining the roles of performer, composer, contractor, teacher, arts administrator, continuing student, volunteer, or music technologist as best suits their personal nature. Performers find employment as conductors, solo and chamber musicians, commercial or studio musicians, ensemble players, freelancers, or in military ensembles. Composers work in arranging, orchestration, commercial and film music, or as copyists. Music educators teach in private studios, public and private K-12 schools, colleges and universities, community music schools, and in early childhood music programs (Suzuki, Kindermusik, etc.).
There are many other options in arts administration, artist management, media music, music retailing, instrument repair, manufacturing and design, and the recording industry. Only the talent, skill, and imagination of the candidate limit the job prospects in music.
How do I arrange for an audition?
Students interested in auditioning for admission to the Department of Music and Art should visit the Audition Information (link to 4.1) section of this website.
Must I be a majoring in music to perform in a Departmental ensemble?
Admission to all Department music ensembles is open to all University students regardless of major. Some ensembles, however, require a successful audition, or the permission of the instructor, prior to enrollment in the course. For further information, interested students should check with the music faculty member responsible for each ensemble.
Does the University provide instruments for student use?
The Department expects music majors to own their own instruments, and non-majors performing in Department ensembles are encouraged to bring their own instruments for use in these groups. The Department of Music and Art has a limited number of University-owned instruments for student use, however. These instruments are, generally, the larger color instruments (i.e., baritone saxophone, contrabassoon, English horn, bass trombone, string bass, etc.). Please see the music faculty member responsible for each ensemble should you need to borrow a University instrument.
What scholarships are available to musicians at Tennessee Tech?
The Department of Music and Art administers a generous scholarship program for student musicians, regardless of academic major. Music majors, and all other interested musicians, must apply and be accepted to TTU, complete all required forms, and successfully audition to be considered for a music scholarship. You should audition for a music scholarship as soon as possible in the year before your entrance to the University.
Non-music majors desiring to audition for ensemble service awards should contact the University Ensemble Office (931/372-3165) for information.
For more information visit these university sites: Admissions, Financial Aid Office and Scholarships, General.
Must I major in music to qualify for a music scholarship?
The majority of music scholarships are awarded to those students declaring a music major. However, a limited amount of money is available to highly qualified student musicians who are not music majors. Non-music majors interested in receiving a music scholarship should visit the Audition Information section of this website.
How can I learn more about majoring in art or music at TTU?
Please go to the Admissions (link to 3.) section of this web site for complete details.
Information for the Public
How do I check for upcoming events sponsored by the Department of Music and Art?
Click on one of the following to view a complete and current calendar of: concerts, exhibitions, workshops, and camps.
- Schedule of faculty, ensemble, and guest concerts and recitals
- Schedule of ALL concerts and recitals, including student recitals
Where do I park when attending an event in the Bryan Fine Arts Building?
On this campus map, click on #6 (Bryan Fine Arts Building) to view complete parking and accessibility information. Campus parking is restricted between the weekday hours of 7:45 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Visitors may obtain a one-day parking pass from University Police (Phone 931/372-3234).
What if I need special accommodations at events?
On this campus map, click on #6 (Bryan Fine Arts Building) to view complete parking and accessibility information. If additional accommodations are required, please phone the Departmental Office at 931/372-3161 for further assistance.
How do I find musicians to perform at an event on campus or in the Cookeville area?
Please contact the Office of the Department of Music and Art (931/372-3161). The secretary will direct your call to the appropriate faculty member.
How do I find a private teacher for my child?
ArtsCumberland, a community arts program sponsored by the Department of Music and Art, provides quality non-credit art and music lessons to individuals of all ages and levels in the community and surrounding area. For further information about this program, please contact the Office of the Department of Music and Art (931/372-3161). The secretary will direct your call to the appropriate faculty member.
How do I donate, or have evaluated, a work of art, a musical instrument, or other tangible object?
Departmental faculty members do not appraise, but can offer advice and/or information on works of art or musical instruments. The donation of musical instruments, works of art, or other tangible items is subject to approval by the Department of Music and Art and by University Advancement. For assistance, contact the departmental office at 931/372-3161. See also Make a Gift.
